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NinjaTrader Simulator: paper trading review & facts

futures platform · last verified 2026-10-17

NinjaTrader Simulator is a futures platform, covering US futures. Price: Free platform and simulator (paid platform licences optional). Data: Live streaming for 14-day trial, then delayed unless data subscription or funded account.

Website
https://ninjatrader.com
Markets
US futures
Asset classes
futures
Market data
Live streaming for 14-day trial, then delayed unless data subscription or funded account
Price
Free platform and simulator (paid platform licences optional)
Account / signup
Free; no deposit required
Starting balance
$50,000 (per NerdWallet)
Reset
Yes (Sim101: Edit Account > Reset)
Replay
Yes (Market Replay: up to 90 days of tick data, up to 1,000x speed)
Platforms
desktop
Country availability
Unverified
Simulator country restrictions not stated; live accounts limited to supported countries
Notable limits
Real-time data and Market Replay require funded account
Affiliate program
yes (via impact.com) (program) (we do not currently earn from this listing)
Tags
usfuturesreplay

FAQ

Is NinjaTrader Simulator paper trading free?

Our dataset lists the price as: Free platform and simulator (paid platform licences optional).

Does NinjaTrader Simulator use real-time or delayed data?

Live streaming for 14-day trial, then delayed unless data subscription or funded account.

Do I need an account to paper trade on NinjaTrader Simulator?

Free; no deposit required.

How much virtual money does NinjaTrader Simulator give you?

$50,000 (per NerdWallet).

Can I reset my NinjaTrader Simulator paper account?

Yes (Sim101: Edit Account > Reset).

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